2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Ford F-150

To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2007 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Caliber 2013 Ford F-150
Make Dodge Ford
Model Caliber F-150
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 5100 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 2345 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 5888 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2464 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 3683 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 98 L


 

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